1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1971 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 2400 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
